A solar powered lighting element with a simulated flame and an electric insect eliminator includes a lighting portion with a conducting grid and a light portion that simulates a flickering flame which are powered by a rechargeable battery that is recharged using a solar panel. One or more UV light elements are provided in addition to the flickering flame to attract insects.

An insect-trapping device includes a container, a funnel element, two photo interrupters and a controller. The container has an inlet and an accommodation space. The funnel element is placed on the inlet to extend into the accommodation space of the container. The photo interrupters are arranged within an inner passage of the funnel element along a long axis direction of the inner passage for sensing whether at least one insect passes through the inner passage from the inlet. The controller is electrically connected to the photo interrupters for counting the insects passing through the inner passage according to the photo interrupters.

An insect-trapping device includes a container, a funnel element, two photo interrupters and a controller. The container has an inlet and an accommodation space. The funnel element is placed on the inlet to extend into the accommodation space of the container. The photo interrupters are arranged within an inner passage of the funnel element along a long axis direction of the inner passage for sensing whether at least one insect passes through the inner passage from the inlet. The controller is electrically connected to the photo interrupters for counting the insects passing through the inner passage according to the photo interrupters.

A detection device includes a first light source configured to emit a first light in a first direction, and a second light source configured to emit a second light in a second direction different from the first direction. A light receiver is configured to receive one of a first reflected light of the first light and a second reflected light of the second light. A black shielding plate surrounds a light source substrate including the first light source, the second light source, and the light receiver. An outer housing surrounds the black shielding plate. A transparent member is configured to pass the first light and the second light to outside of the outer housing.

Systems, apparatuses, and methods of classifying flying insects. The methods utilize recording the wingbeat frequency and amplitude spectrum of flying insects and comparing them to known or created insect models to properly classify the flying insect. The error rate of the classification is reduced by utilizing multiple inputs to the classification system, which may include a precise circadian rhythm for the time of year, current environmental conditions, and flight velocity or direction.

Systems, apparatuses, and methods of classifying flying insects. The methods utilize recording the wingbeat frequency and amplitude spectrum of flying insects and comparing them to known or created insect models to properly classify the flying insect. The error rate of the classification is reduced by utilizing multiple inputs to the classification system, which may include a precise circadian rhythm for the time of year, current environmental conditions, and flight velocity or direction.

An insect trap is provided with a bottle or bucket for holding insects and one or more conically-shaped, perforated inserts for insertion into the bottle or bucket. The insert includes holes for permitting light and visibility. The trap and/or trap insert may be made from a plastic or a polymer. Furthermore, insect attracting scents may be injected or impregnated into the plastic or polymer. A chemical exhibiting phosphorescence or photoluminescence may also be combined with the plastic and/or polymer. The bucket embodiment has a snap-on or screw-on lid with a high capacity for catching insects in an indoor or outdoor environment.

An insect trap is provided with a bottle or bucket for holding insects and one or more conically-shaped, perforated inserts for insertion into the bottle or bucket. The insert includes holes for permitting light and visibility. The trap and/or trap insert may be made from a plastic or a polymer. Furthermore, insect attracting scents may be injected or impregnated into the plastic or polymer. A chemical exhibiting phosphorescence or photoluminescence may also be combined with the plastic and/or polymer. The bucket embodiment has a snap-on or screw-on lid with a high capacity for catching insects in an indoor or outdoor environment.

Problems associated with the use of fluorescent tubes in insect traps are resolved by providing a replacement lamp employing multiple sets of light emitting diodes that each omit light at different specific wavelengths each positioned within a translucent sleeve have a surface coated with an environmentally safe light diffusion material creating a pattern on the surface comprising areas of more intense light dominated by the light cast by a single LED separated by areas of less intense light where light cast by adjacent LEDs is more mixed.

Problems associated with the use of fluorescent tubes in insect traps are resolved by providing a replacement lamp employing multiple sets of light emitting diodes that each omit light at different specific wavelengths each positioned within a translucent sleeve have a surface coated with an environmentally safe light diffusion material creating a pattern on the surface comprising areas of more intense light dominated by the light cast by a single LED separated by areas of less intense light where light cast by adjacent LEDs is more mixed.